Many wary of reopenings as some US states loosen rules amid coronavirus pandemic

As some governors in the U.S. — largely Republican ones — moved to reopen an ever-wider variety of businesses, others took a more cautious approach.

Poll: Few Americans support easing virus protections

Despite pockets of attention-grabbing protests, a new survey finds Americans remain overwhelmingly in favor of stay-at-home orders and other efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Newsom: California will resume surgeries, launch 86 testing sites

Hospital will begin scheduling some surgeries again and California will launch 86 more testing sites for the coronavirus, Gov. Newsom announced.

San Marcos parks to remain closed until further notice

People violating this parks closure order are subject to a fine of up to $1,000 and possible arrest on charges of criminal trespass if a person refuses to leave after being warned to do so by a peace officer. 

Federal authorities thwart hundreds of online COVID-19 related scams

The United States Department of Justice has announced the disruption of hundreds of online COVID-19 related scams aimed at exploiting the current coronavirus pandemic as a means to commit fraud and other crimes. 

What to do if coronavirus derails your wedding plans

The Coronavirus has disrupted just about everything in our daily lives, including major milestones like weddings, bar mitzvah’s and more.

Louisiana pastor who flouted social distancing urges Americans to donate stimulus checks to his church

Using #PastorSpellStimulusChallenge, Pastor Tony Spell is asking members of his congregation and other Americans to donate the stimulus money they received from the federal government to his church's fund designated to help evangelists, missionaries, and music ministers.

Heartbreaking photo shows dedication of front line medical workers

The photo was posted on Facebook and shows an ICU nurse holding up a sign that says, "Just going to hold his hand for a bit. I don't think he has long."

UT Austin expected to announce plan for fall semester in late June

In the letter, Fenves urged students to register for summer and fall classes starting on April 27. He says by registering for the classes, the school will have a better understanding of how to plan for coursework and academic delivery in the fall.

Vulnerable sea turtles flourishing during coronavirus restrictions in Florida

In an April 18 Facebook post, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center said that its staff had discovered 79 leatherback and loggerhead turtle nests on a 9.5-mile stretch of beach that encompasses Juno Beach.

O.C. supervisors vote to keep county's beaches open

The Orange County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to keep the county’s beaches open as an incoming heat wave was expected to hit Southern California starting Wednesday.